Constrained writing

Constrained writing is a technique in literature and creative writing where the author imposes specific limitations or rules on themselves while creating a piece. These constraints can take many forms, such as: 1. **Formal Constraints**: Following traditional poetic structures or forms, like sonnets, haikus, or villanelles, which have specific syllable counts, rhyme schemes, or patterns. 2. **Lexical Constraints**: Restricting the vocabulary used in a piece.